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Holiday home with garden near Alton Towers

Historic Setting: Wheelwright's Cottage in Rodsley, Derbyshire, is housed in a historic building. The property offers a spacious layout with three bedrooms and a bathroom. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. The holiday home features private check-in and check-out services, an electric vehicle charging station, and free on-site parking. Comfortable Accommodation: Rooms are equipped with bathrobes, streaming services, and a washing machine. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, and coffee machine. Additional amenities include bicycle parking and barbecue facilities. Local Attractions: Located 40 km from East Midlands Airport, the property is near Alton Towers (19 km), Chatsworth House (42 km), and other attractions. Guests appreciate the scenic views and comfortable bedrooms.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful property extremely well equipped and perfect for a relaxing trip, everything you could need in a home is there and a few little nice extras too, highly recommend
Aaron
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The hosts were so welcoming, providing many things to make the stay as simple as possible. It is the little things that add up like providing milk. Thank you very much for an amazing stay.
Donna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful accommodation. The owners were lovely and very helpful. They have thought of everything. The property is stunning and has everything you need. Even down to the tea,coffee,milk etc.... Would 100% recommend and will definitely be back.
Elise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The house was beautiful, so much bigger than it appears on the pictures. The host left us some lovely things for breakfast and the cottage was immaculate. Would highly recommend!
Scott
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location was quiet – which suits us perfectly – and centrally positioned for everything we had planned for our short family break. The cottage itself was cosy and well-equipped, making it easy to relax after a day out. We especially...
Jonathon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The house was lovely and the beds were super comfy, the host was attentive and helpful.
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful cottage set in countryside. We used it as a base for Alton Towers and it was so lovely to come back in the afternoon to relax. We cooked dinner each night and sat outside as the weather was kind. Kitchen facilities were excellent and...
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We had such a fabulous weekend stay in this lovely property. The owners couldn't have been more helpful. The property is beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. Thoroughly recommended.
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
They had provided every possible thing you could need even for those like me that love to cook! The cottage was actually even better than the photos expecially the upstairs and the beds were expecially comfy.
Sue
United Kingdom United Kingdom
clean, high standard of fittings and facilities, enclosed garden, excellent for dogs,

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Andrea

9.7
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Andrea
Refurbished in 2023 - Wheelwright’s Cottage is located in a quiet rural hamlet nestling among the rolling Derbyshire hills near Ashbourne, within easy reach of the Peak District and Alton Towers and only minutes from the main communications. Fast WiFi included. Wheelwright’s Cottage is a charming rural retreat and offers a delightful blend of comfort, modern amenities, and picturesque surroundings. The property offers a well-equipped kitchen with high-end appliances and ample worktop space; a spacious dining room, comfortable sitting room with plush sofas and a cosy ambiance as well as a large wall mounted TV with all digital tv and a well-appointed bathroom. Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms, all offering zip and link beds which can be configured as required. Each room is tastefully decorated and generously equipped, providing a serene and restful atmosphere. The lovely lawned cottage garden, adorned with vibrant flowers and lush greenery, is ideal for guests with dogs. The garden also features charming decking area with seating and a gas BBQ. Beyond the garden lies a pony paddock, offering a picturesque backdrop with stunning views.
We are contactable throughout the booking process and are always happy to answer any questions you may have.
The immediate surrounding area of Rodsley offers a wealth of activities and attractions to enhance your holiday experience. Explore the stunning countryside surrounding Rodsley. Nearby, the Yeaveley Estate offers countryside pursuits including clay pigeon shooting. Longford Lakes is the perfect destination for avid anglers and Wheelwright’s Cottage sits on cycle route 68, popular with cyclists. For golfers, Ashbourne and Brailsford Golf clubs are within a 5-minute drive and the renowned Kedleston Park Golf Club is 15 minutes away. At nearby Darley Moor, you will find a WW1 Tiger Moth which is available for pleasure flights from April until October. Wheelwright’s Cottage is within a few miles of several very good gastro pubs. We are very happy to provide advice or help with table reservations. The market town of Ashbourne lies four miles to the west and is bustling with bars, restaurants and independent shops as well as supermarkets. Beyond Ashbourne, take a leisurely stroll along the nearby trails, such as the Tissington Trail or at Dovedale and soak in the natural beauty of the Peak District National Park.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot always available
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.